Want to have a pen that’s so uniquely you that none of your co-workers would dare steal it?  A cool, funky pen that your classmates will try to steal it?  Or maybe a gift for a writer friend? 

Here’s a great, easy craft that you can do with leftover craft or wrapping paper, a pen, and a glittery pom pom.

Supplies:

Pens
Craft double stick tape
Scrapbook paper, heavy wrapping paper, or other decorative paper
Scissors
Pom Poms
Ribbon- optional

Tip: Pens that are the same width the entire length of the pen work best for this project.

1. Cut a rectangle of paper the length of the pen (allow room for finger grips or for the cap- the back end should be flush with the end of the pen), and wide enough to wrap fully around the pen shaft.

2. Run double stick tape along one side of the pen and over the “top” of the pen (where the pom-pom will go). Run a second piece of double stick tape along the backside outer edge of the craft paper. Remove protective coating from the tape on the pen.

3. Line the untaped side of the craft paper up to the tape on the pen. Make certain that it’s straight before pressing down since you likely won’t be able to shift it once it’s been stuck. Wrap remaining paper around the pen shaft. Once you’re positive the paper is straight and fits properly, peel protection off the double stick tape on your paper end and press into place.

     3a. Optional: To cover seam or for decoration, run another piece of double stick tape up the side of the pen, remove protector, and press ribbon into place. Trim to sit flush with paper and pen shaft.

4. Press pom-pom onto the end of the pen.

Tip: Try making matching designer notebooks

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